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Matchday Guide | 2026 Finals Day  

The Saltire Energy Caledonia Cup is a fantastic day in the club rugby calendar with 15 youth finals taking place in one place on one day. 

This year’s instalment will be held at Countesswells Playing Fields at Robert Gordon’s College in Aberdeen on Sunday 29 March, giving youth players from across the Caledonia region a golden matchday experience.  

Welcome messages  

Welcome to Robert Gordon’s College for what is sure to be another spectacular day of regional rugby at its best.  

We always mark down the Saltire Energy Caledonia Cup on our rugby development calendars as a long-standing and important competition encouraging community participation and providing a platform for the best young players in the region to shine.  

And finally, I want to wish good luck to all finalists on this special day 

Gav Scott | Scottish Rugby Director of Rugby Development 

As part of Saltire Energy’s ongoing partnership with Scottish Rugby, we are proud to once again support the Saltire Energy Caledonia Cup. This competition champions inclusivity across Caledonian clubs and communities, and it is fantastic to see record numbers of teams participating year after year. 

The event highlights the powerful role sport plays in bringing people together and reflects the core values at the heart of Saltire Energy – respect, leadership, achievement, engagement and enjoyment. 

I would like to wish everyone involved the very best of luck. While the day will undoubtedly bring many successes, most importantly it promises to be a fun, exciting and memorable experience for all. The standard of rugby continues to rise each year, and it’s inspiring to see just how far the game has progressed. 

Sport in schools remains vital, and Saltire Energy is proud to contribute to the future of rugby. Congratulations to all the teams taking part. 

Mike Loggie | Chief Executive of Saltire Energy 

We are honoured to welcome the Saltire Energy Caledonia Cup back to Countesswells again this year. Robert Gordon’s College is proud to work alongside Scottish Rugby to create opportunities for the wider community, and to champion the development of the game in the North of Scotland.  

It is a privilege to host such a flagship event, and we look forward to welcoming everyone for another brilliant day of competition. 

Kenny Gunnyeon | Robert Gordon’s College 

2026 Matchday Guide

  • Fixtures and Results

    Boys U18 Cup (3:45pm KO, Pitch 1) 

    Stirling County v Deeside 

    Girls U18 Cup (3:45pm KO, Pitch 2) 

    Caledonia Brave v Caledonia Passion 

    Boys U16 Cup (2:15pm KO, Pitch 1) 

    Falkirk v Dundee 

    Girls U16 Cup (10:30am KO, Pitch 1) 

    Dundee v Stirling County 

    Boys U15 Cup (11:45 KO, Pitch 1) 

    Perthshire v Howe of Fife 

    Boys U18 Plate (3:30pm KO, Pitch 6) 

    Aberdeen Grammar v Huntly 

    Boys U16 Plate (2:45 pm KO, Pitch 3) 

    Glenrothes v Aberdeen Wanderers 

    Girls U16 Plate (10:30 KO, Pitch 6) 

    Falkirk v Strathmore 

    Boys U18 Shield (10:45 KO, Pitch 3) 

    Mackie v Howe of Fife 

    Boys U16 Shield (10:30 KO, Pitch 2) 

    Stirling County v Howe of Fife 

    Girls U16 Shield (2pm KO, Pitch 6) 

    Garioch v Highland 

    Boys U15 Shield (1pm KO, Pitch 1) 

    Stirling County v Dundee 

    Boys U18 Bowl (12pm KO, Pitch 2) 

    Orkney v Stirling County 

    Boys U16 Bowl (1:30pm KO, Pitch 2) 

    Strathmore v Huntly 

    Girls U16 Bowl (11:40 KO, Pitch 6) 

    Strathendrick v Orkney

  • Location: Countesswells

    Address: Countesswells, 233 Countesswells Rd, Aberdeen AB15 8AR 

  • Transport

    Event parking for players and spectators  

    There will be no spectator parking at the host venue. To assist spectators attending, we are operating a Park & Ride shuttle for players and spectators at this year’s Saltire Energy Caledonia Cup Finals Day. 

    There will be a Traffic Restriction Order in place and there will be no on-street parking available locally at all, so spectators must use the Park & Ride service. 

    Please also note that no dogs are allowed onsite at Countesswells. 

    Players and spectators travelling by car should park at the Kingswells Park & Ride (postcode AB15 8UN) and board the coach which will transport players and spectators to Countesswells Sports Field. 

    This coach will shuttle passengers throughout the day – please expect an estimated journey time of 30 minutes between locations. 

    The first coach will depart Kingswells Park & Ride at 9:30am, with the final coach departing Countesswells at 6:30pm. 

  • Accessible parking

    Blue Badge holders may park at Countesswells Sports Field subject to availability. 

  • Team Coaches

    Your team coach should arrive at the Countesswells Sports Field (Robert Gordon’s College) via Countesswells Road. The coach will drop the players and management off and should then proceed, as directed, to park at Kingswell Park and Ride, Kingswells, Aberdeen AB15 8PU. 

  • Catering

    Players and Coaches 

    There will be ‘grab bags’ available for all players and coaches to collect after their match. 

    Spectators 

    There will be a variety of on-site catering options available to spectators on the day. 

Code of Conduct

  • Players Code
    • Work as a team, respect the opposition, referee, and above all else, enjoy yourself 
    • Accept decisions made by match officials, and do so without complaint 
    • Appreciate and recognise good play by both teams 
    • Win with humility and lose with dignity 
    • Always remain calm and in control of your temper 
    • Acknowledge and thank officials, and the opposition 
    • Be an ambassador for the game of rugby 
  • Coaches and Team Officials Code
    • Maintain the safety and well-being of your players at all times. This is your priority. 
    • Set high standards and be a positive role model 
  • Parents and Spectators Code
    • Please do not encroach beyond the roped off areas: this is for the safety of the players and those on the sidelines 
    •  Support coaching staff and volunteers – thank them for their efforts 
    • Applaud the performance of both teams and when players make mistakes offer encouragement and support 
    • Respect match officials and their decisions 
    • Avoid negative behaviour and help celebrate the spirit of the occasion. 
    • As this is a youth event, no alcohol will be served to be public or may be consumed by anyone attending this event.  
    • The use of pyrotechnics/flares is strictly prohibited as a matter of public safety.